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Mad Men Season 3 Episodes
Season 3 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2009 - 2009
Don's personal and professional lives are on the brink of falling apart in the third season, which takes place in 1963. Advertising firm Sterling Cooper has been sold to a British company, but nobody is particularly happy with their baffling business decisions, not to mention the numerous layoffs and a restructuring. While Don Draper (Jon Hamm) chafes under the new rules, he pursues Sally's schoolteacher (Abigail Spencer) and prepares for the birth of his third child with wife Betty (January Jones). At the same time, Pete Campbell (Vincent Kartheiser) competes against Ken Cosgrove (Aaron Staton) to become head of accounts, Joan Harris (Christina Hendricks) grows increasingly disillusioned with her husband and Roger Sterling (John Slattery) celebrates his second marriage to a much-younger wife (Peyton List).
Episode 1
Out of Town
Sun, Aug 16, 2009 60 mins
In the third-season opener, Pete and Ken are among those affected by the corporate changes at the firm. Meanwhile, Sal accompanies Don on a business trip to Baltimore, where both men succumb to the powers of persuasive seduction.
Episode 2
Love Among the Ruins
Sun, Aug 23, 2009 50 mins
Betty's father pays a visit; the Drapers dine with the stuffy new British boss (Jared Harris) and his snobby wife; the firm contemplates whether to accede to an unusual request from a client; Roger takes charge of arranging a wedding; and Peggy's personal involvement in a campaign leaves her greatly affected.
Episode 3
My Old Kentucky Home
Sun, Aug 30, 2009 50 mins
A mandatory overtime session leaves the writers trying to stave off late-night boredom; Roger throws a party, and Joan and Greg host one of their own; and Sally and Grandpa have a run-in.
Episode 4
The Arrangements
Sun, Sep 6, 2009 60 mins
Don crosses paths with his father-in-law (Ryan Cutrona); Peggy searches for a new roommate; and a new client with money to throw around is very excited about doing business with the firm.
Episode 5
The Fog
Sun, Sep 13, 2009 60 mins
Concern over Sally's behavior causes Don and Betty to act; opportunistic Pete tries to work a new angle into his business dealings; and an odd dream has a strange effect on Betty.
Episode 6
Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
Sun, Sep 20, 2009 60 mins
A surprise visitor shows up at Sterling Cooper; Sally gets spooked by something (or someone); and Joan is the recipient of some surprising news.
Episode 7
Seven Twenty Three
Sun, Sep 27, 2009 60 mins
Betty becomes involved in local politics; a troubling incident leads Don to begin thinking about his future; and Peggy is on the receiving end of an exquisite gift.
Episode 8
Souvenir
Sun, Oct 4, 2009 60 mins
Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip; Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building.
Episode 9
Wee Small Hours
Sun, Oct 11, 2009 60 mins
Client satisfaction proves to be difficult for both Don and Sal; Betty decides to host a fund-raiser.
Episode 10
The Color Blue
Sun, Oct 18, 2009 60 mins
Sterling Cooper celebrates a company milestone; Peggy competes with Paul for an account.
Episode 11
The Gypsy and the Hobo
Sun, Oct 25, 2009 60 mins
Sterling Cooper welcomes back a prodigal client; Betty and the children take a trip; Joan and Greg make plans for their future.
Episode 12
The Grown Ups
Sun, Nov 1, 2009 60 mins
A candidate makes an impression on Don; Peggy's taste in men proves questionable; and Pete faces a major decision about his career.
Episode 13
Shut the Door. Have a Seat
Sun, Nov 8, 2009 60 mins
In the third-season finale, Don has a pivotal meeting with Connie (Chelcie Ross); Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice; and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.
